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Neighbourhood Weekender 2027: Courteeners, Paul Heaton and Reytons Headline

Neighbourhood Weekender is returning to Victoria Park in Warrington on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 May 2027, and the first wave of artists already makes it one of the standout UK festival line-ups to watch next summer.

Following a hugely successful 2026 edition, the North West favourite is back for the May Bank Holiday weekend with Courteeners, Paul Heaton and Reytons leading the bill.

Quick Answer

Neighbourhood Weekender 2027 takes place in Warrington on 29-30 May 2027. Courteeners headline Sunday, while Paul Heaton and Reytons top Saturday's bill. Rick Astley, The Vaccines, The Fratellis, Gabrielle, The Coral, The View and many more are also confirmed, with further acts still to be announced.

Neighbourhood Weekender 2027 Line-Up

Saturday 29 May

Paul Heaton | Reytons | Rianne Downey | Kingfishr | The Vaccines | The Fratellis | Gabrielle | Badly Drawn Boy | Seb Lowe | The Clause | Keyside | The Clone Roses | The North | Dea Matrona | Strata | Kate Couriel | Mel Raeburn

Paul Heaton arrives following the success of his latest album Jenius, while Reytons continue their rise following their fourth studio album, A Love Letter To A Broken Town. Heaton will also be joined by Rianne Downey as special guest vocalist.

Sunday 30 May

Courteeners | The Royston Club | Rick Astley | The Coral | The View | Professor Green | The Sherlocks | The Covasettes | The Molotovs | The Cheap Thrills | Girl In The Year Above | Cherryholt | Esmerelda Road | Pastel | GIRLBAND!

Sunday also sees Haçienda Presents arrive at Neighbourhood Weekender for the first time, featuring original Haçienda resident Graeme Park and dance favourites K-Klass.

Rick Astley Returns Home to Warrington

One of the weekend's most intriguing bookings is Rick Astley, who will make a special hometown appearance.

The Warrington-born star has enjoyed an extraordinary career since Never Gonna Give You Up became a global No.1 in 1987. His continuing popularity has seen him move from 80s pop phenomenon to major arena and festival performer, making his appearance at Victoria Park particularly fitting.

Building on a Great 2026

The 2027 announcement comes after another strong year for Neighbourhood Weekender.

The festival has established itself as one of the North West's most popular music weekends by combining major established acts with emerging artists, and that formula continues next year.

Alongside the big names are some of the UK's most exciting newer acts, including Keyside, Seb Lowe, The North, Esmerelda Road and Girl In The Year Above.

The Neighbourhood Inn will also return in 2027 following feedback from festival-goers.

For families, dedicated tickets for children aged 10 and under are also available for both day and weekend tickets, making the festival more accessible to music fans of all ages.

When Are Neighbourhood Weekender 2027 Tickets On Sale?

Tickets go on general sale at 9:30am on Friday 4 September 2026.

Residents in WA1-WA5 can access a local presale from 9:30am on Wednesday 2 September.

With more artists still to be announced, Neighbourhood Weekender 2027 already looks set to build on the success of 2026 and deliver another huge Bank Holiday weekend in Warrington.

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Neighbourhood Weekender 2027 FAQs

When is Neighbourhood Weekender 2027?

Neighbourhood Weekender takes place on 29 and 30 May 2027 at Victoria Park, Warrington.

Who is headlining Neighbourhood Weekender 2027?

Courteeners headline Sunday, while Paul Heaton and Reytons headline Saturday.

Is Rick Astley playing Neighbourhood Weekender?

Yes. Rick Astley will perform at the 2027 festival in a special hometown appearance.

When do tickets go on sale?

General tickets go on sale at 9:30am on Friday 4 September 2026.

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